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Classic Italian Meatball Subs

Est. Cost: $17.97 | $4.49 per person

Estimated cost based on featured sale items only. Does not include common pantry staples (oil, salt, spices, etc.).

ItalianMediumPrep: 20 minCook: 30 minServes: 4

Hearty sandwiches featuring homemade meatballs in marinara sauce on toasted rolls.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Ground Beef from 73/27% Tube (On Sale: $13.99)

  • 24 oz Francesco Rinaldi Pasta Sauce (On Sale: $1.99)

  • 1 loaf Maier's Premium Italian Bread (On Sale: BOGO)

  • 1 cup Kraft Shredded Cheese (On Sale: $1.99)

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.

Step 3: Form mixture into 12 meatballs and place on prepared baking sheet. Bake 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

Step 4: Meanwhile, heat pasta sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5: Add cooked meatballs to sauce and simmer 5 minutes.

Step 6: Slice Italian bread into 4 sub-sized portions and toast lightly.

Step 7: Fill each bread portion with meatballs and sauce, top with shredded cheese. Serve hot.

Chef's Tip: Bake meatballs in the oven at 400°F for easier cleanup and more even cooking.

Save by using Ground beef tubes at $13.99, Francesco Rinaldi sauce for $1.99, and Maier's bread BOGO make budget-friendly subs. and Serve with Potato chips and pickles.

Sale Prices Valid June 28, 2026 to July 4, 2026

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